Watch ‘Surviving Ohio State’ Documentary Premiere on June 17

The new HBO Original documentary, “Surviving Ohio State,” premieres on Tuesday, June 17 at 9 p.m. ET. This eye-opening film sheds light on the troubling abuse of male athletes at Ohio State University by sports medicine physician Dr. Richard Strauss between 1978 and 1998.

During this time, Dr. Strauss had unchecked access to students, many of whom relied on his exams for athletic clearance. The disturbing power dynamics and instances of sexual misconduct were an open secret, overlooked by the university for two decades.

Drawing on interviews with whistleblowers, former OSU students, and journalists like Jon Wertheim, whose investigative reporting sparked the film’s creation, “Surviving Ohio State” explores the culture of the college at that time, its impact on survivors, and the ongoing efforts of student-athletes to hold their alma mater accountable.

To tune in, catch “Surviving Ohio State” tonight at 9/8c on HBO and Max. You can access HBO content through Max by subscribing directly or bundle up with Disney+ and Hulu to save. Max add-ons are also available for any Hulu plan.

For those looking to watch HBO programming, you can also enhance your DirecTV or Sling subscription with Max add-ons.

Don’t miss this powerful documentary that addresses a difficult yet important chapter in Ohio State University’s history. Watch the trailer now for a preview of what to expect.